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Walks in Scotland. From rugged Highland mountains to the rolling Southern Uplands, Scotland has something for walkers of all abilities.

Posted on 14 December 202014 December 2020

The Water of Leith Walkway

Edinburgh may not have the Thames or the Clyde, but it does have a fine river all of its own if you know where to look. Join me on a walk along the Water of Leith, taking in the sights of this hidden pathway through the heart of the city.

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Posted on 24 November 202025 November 2020

South Queensferry and the Dalmeny Estate

Discover one of the world’s most iconic bridges and follow in the footsteps of literary legends and haunted hounds in this coastal walk near Scotland’s capital.

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Posted on 9 November 2020

The Red Road to Scald Law

Most people choose to climb Scald Law from the south — but you’re not like most people. Take an afternoon to climb to the roof of the Pentlands and take in some beautiful sights along the way.

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Posted on 9 August 20209 August 2020

Bowhill and the Duchess’s Drive

Venture forth from Bowhill to find a crumbling castle, scheming nobility, and bloody murder.

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Posted on 17 April 2020

Colinton Dell

A gentle woodland wander in the heart of Edinburgh; follow canal, river and railway to reach a childhood haunt of a famous Scottish author.

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Posted on 10 January 202010 January 2020

The Great Polish Map of Scotland

Visit the largest 3D map of a country in the world near an unassuming village in the Scottish Borders.

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Posted on 27 August 201927 August 2019

Heatherhope Valley Circular

A circular walk that rises high above the Heatherhope Valley along an old drove road, taking in ancient standing stones and no less than three iron age hill forts, before descending to the valley floor to visit a picturesque reservoir.

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Posted on 23 August 2019

Capelaw Hill

A gentle introduction to the Pentland Hills that is easily accessible from Edinburgh.  

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Posted on 17 May 201917 May 2019

The Hunt for MacGregor’s Cave

A short walk reveals a rocky haven for bandits and clansmen hiding from the prying eyes of the law — join me on the hunt for MacGregor’s Cave.

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Posted on 27 April 20199 August 2020

The Minch Moor and the Three Brethren

The Minch Moor Road is one of the oldest in the Borders. Once a drove road between the Tweed and Yarrow valleys, it has found a new lease of life as a popular walking route as part of the Southern Upland Way. Journey along it to find a royal castle, imposing cairns and a hideout used by William Wallace.

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